Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion Gets Release Date and New Gameplay Trailer

FromSoftware has officially lifted the veil on Elden Ring’s highly anticipated expansion, “Shadow of the Erdtree,” announcing both a release date and a jaw-dropping gameplay trailer. The DLC will launch on June 21, 2024, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, bringing with it a wealth of new content that’s sure to challenge and delight fans of the base game.

The new trailer, released this morning, runs just over three minutes and showcases a dark, haunting new region cloaked in mystery. Players are treated to glimpses of a spectral golden tree in decay, new monstrous enemies, and cryptic lore elements hinting at a deeper story. The teaser ends with a shot of a new character clad in golden armor, wielding a blade that radiates divine light—suggesting a possible new central figure in the expansion’s narrative.

Most notably, FromSoftware appears to be doubling down on its trademark approach to environmental storytelling and brutal combat. “Shadow of the Erdtree” introduces at least two new weapon types, a handful of never-before-seen bosses, and a sprawling map area filled with verticality, hidden corners, and challenging NPC encounters.

Fans of the original Elden Ring have been clamoring for new content since the game’s release in early 2022, and developer Hidetaka Miyazaki teased the expansion back in early 2023 with just a cryptic piece of concept art. Since then, speculation has run wild about the DLC’s setting and its connection to Miquella, one of the most mysterious demigods in the Lands Between.

Bandai Namco also confirmed that preorders for the expansion are live now, with both standard and deluxe editions available. The deluxe version will include an artbook and digital soundtrack for those looking to immerse themselves even further in the rich lore and atmosphere.

With “Shadow of the Erdtree,” FromSoftware is poised to deliver another unforgettable journey through its unforgiving fantasy world. Elden Ring fans, mark your calendars—the next chapter of the Lands Between begins this summer.